I honestly almost did not go in because there were no cars in the parking lot...after finishing…read morethis meal....I am very shocked that this place isn't hyped up. This place is so underrated definitely coming back and then the customer service was 100 out of 10. Everything was fresh! It feels intimate and cozy inside.

I have been coming here for over a decade at this point, and this is a sad review that I have to…read morewrite. The sushi has definitely no longer the best in the area. The rice in it is hardly seasoned and just didnt taste "wow". Their yakisoba is a weird medley of rice noodles in some brown sauce they call yakisoba (like they didnt even use the actual noodles!) I got the katsu kimchi jiggae... they put a perfectly fried katsu INTO the bottom of the jjigae..... like it was wet and sad. And for some reason my son had a full bowl of rice and mine was only half full?? The kimchi flavor was off... almost tomatoey? Needless to say.. my husband barely ate his yakisoba. I took 95% of my stew home. To top it off as we were checking out, they came and said they were having some troubles with conmecting tp their card people... if we could ..pay with...cash? And i had to send my husband out to an atm... and then it came back online. In all this they couldnt even give a small discount for this situation. I am sad to say I am likely not to return... this round of ownership change has brought the place down.

Been to a few different ramen places in the area over the years. I was told this one wasn't the…read morebest. But I finally had to try it out. Went to lunch on a weekday when I didn't have any work meetings and decided to try it out. Service was extremely friendly and she was always making sure that I was taking care of. I had these spicy tonkatsu and it was delicious! Really good. Definitely didn't get any bad feelings at all from this place. So giving it five Stars! I feel like it earned it. Looking forward to trying some more food in the future. Ambiance was very comfortable and it's close to one of my favorite hot chicken places. Definitely planning to return!

Food was pretty good (I had ramen) but my friend didn't love his chicken / rice meal…read more It's in a popular area with plenty to do nearby. I liked the interior but the bathrooms could be a little better. The soap dispenser was weird and they only had a hand dryer available. Staff was nice, at least!

Great food and I love the decorations. I think it was a little bit too pricey though.read more

The best sushi! Great service!…read more We had dinner here a couple nights ago and it was fantastic. My husband ordered a beer and I ordered a cup of hot green tea. We ordered the Gyu Sashi - Sliced sashimi style raw beef, served with a raw quail egg and a garlic dipping sauce. It was amazing! I could've ordered multiple of this appetizer. We ordered the Sushi & Sashimi for 2 - the premium selection. It's served with a miso soup and salad with ginger dressing. The soup and salad were pretty good. It's the sushi that's the star, though. The sushi was fabulous! It really is the best sushi that we've had around Cincinnati. As usual, great service too. We'll be back soon.

Don't let the strip mall fool you. Yoshi is hiding some of the best, most upscale sushi in the…read morecity! TL;DR: Upscale food in a low-key area. We spent $230 (w/ tip) and it was worth every penny. Probably the best Japanese restaurant in the city. We passed by this place multiple times on our way elsewhere. We're Mario fans, so the name Yoshi caught our eye, but the cramped strip mall exterior doesn't exactly scream culinary dream. We decided to take a chance, and let me just say--wow. It's an intimate space with just a few tables and an 8-10 seat sushi bar. We didn't have reservations (make one, they fill up fast) but managed to snag seats at the bar. The service immediately stood out. We had better attention here than at some upscale steakhouses--glasses never went empty, and their menu suggestions were spot on. One minor heads-up: at the sushi bar, staff sometimes walk behind you to talk to the chefs, which can be a bit distracting. For starters, we grabbed the gyoza and asked for a standout small plate. They pointed us to the beef tongue. It arrived hot with shredded onions and spicy mustard, delivering a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with a deep, beefy richness. The gyoza was equally flawless. Instead of the overly chewy or burnt wrappers you find at most spots, these had a delicate, golden-brown sear with an intensely savory, garlicky umami filling. We paired this with Sayuri sake, a creamy, unfiltered pour that perfectly balanced sweetness with a dry, clean finish. Since we love nigiri, we ordered a spread: tuna, salmon, smoked salmon, sweet shrimp, and Japanese scallop, plus a salmon/avocado roll. The cuts were impeccably sourced and practically dissolved on the tongue. You rarely find this level of consistency. Just a heads up--they prepare it the traditional way, meaning there is a dab of wasabi tucked directly under the fish. We also tried the Wagyu A-5 roll. It's about as "meat and potatoes" as a roll can get: steak, carrots, asparagus, and rice. The seared Wagyu fat melted instantly, creating a decadent, buttery glaze over the crisp vegetables. It's one of those rare foods that genuinely forces you to pause after each bite. At $40, it was 100% worth it. I can't say enough about this experience. Next time, we're leveling up to the fatty tuna and Wagyu experience on their special menu. That's the exact culinary peak we've been looking for, and incredibly, it's tucked inside a suburban strip mall. Absolutely brilliant.

Best Japanese restaurant in Ohio Japanese owner and crew…read more Every Thursday fresh seafood air from Japan !

We've had tonkatsu ramen and chicken katsu so far and both have been delicious! Broth for the…read moreramen especially is on point! Definitely look forward to trying others on the menu!

Ordered: tonkatsu ramen The service was great, they were…read morequick and friendly! We came for lunch on a Friday, they weren't too busy and we were quickly seated. The tonkatsu ramen was perfect for a cold winter day. It was perfectly seasoned and the portion fit the price. The broth was rich yet not too heavy. My favorite was the soy marinated egg. I would definitely come back to try other ramens.

If you're a sushi fan in Columbus, Akai Hana needs to be on your list of places to go! They are…read morelocated in the Japan Marketplace where there are so many great spots and shops to explore! The vibes here are awesome and it's great for any occasion! Every dish feels so authentic, and the quality of seafood in their rolls are top of the line and taste incredibly fresh! The bento boxes are always fun to do and allow you to taste a little bit of everything! Be on the lookout for their specials they have going on the Crispy Kale Roll was one of the best rolls I've had in the city!

Am I turning Japanese, turning Japanese? I really think so. Can we get somebody at Yelp! to check…read morehow often that joke has been used to start a sushi restaurant review. This place is in a strip mall with bakery - Belle's- and a Japanese grocery store. They are all hopping. The story I get is that when Honda opened a plant here the services followed. Tracks. The sashimi is great. Also got the tofu, which I really like. Soft shell crab are great. The ambiance is that of a very busy Japanese restaurant. The servers are teched up so everything moves at a pace. Simply said, if you are in Columbus come here.

long story short: cute restaurant with good food (but not the best Japanese in the city)…read more We went to Kiki for the first time right before they closed their College Hill location. It's a shame they're closing it, as the restaurant was super cute, with a custom mural & fun bar. Our server was wonderful- very knowledgeable & attentive. We ordered a wide variety of dishes. We started with the napa Caesar, which I really enjoyed, & the kaarage, which was good but not the best I've ever had. My family got the salmon skewer, the yakiimo (fried sweet potatoes), the kimchi ramen, & the special (which's name I can't remember). Everything I tasted was enjoyable, super flavorful & savory. The kimchi ramen was lukewarm, though. My shio was also really good, which delicious roasted pork & al dente noodles. Everything was good, except for the lukewarm ramen, & t's a good restaurant in its own right, but it's just impossible to beat Mochiko in my mind. That being said, I hope Kiki will open its doors somewhere else & I hope to try it again!

Kiki College Hill is a gem! My friends that live in Cincinnati introduced me to it, and it quickly…read morebecame a staple to include on my visits to my beloved hometown. Their food is unique and excellent! I've tried multiple dishes and have never been disappointed. My favorites include the Napa Caesar, Yakiimo, and Japanese Waygu. You also can't go wrong with the kimchi and pork gyoza. These plates are great for sharing too! Each time I have visited, our servers have been kind and helpful. The interior is warm, as well. While I haven't had their cocktails (I've driven each time I've gone to the restaurant), my brother loved the Kyoto!

What a great experience. Our team hosted a customer appreciation event there and Derek our server…read morejust killed it. He made things fun, energetic, and really added to the already amazing atmosphere. The food was amazing, everything was fresh and very enjoyable. Look forward to hosting another event there soon.

A fine experience at Vaso- great drinks, food was wonderful. The dessert was a little dry in my…read moreopinion, but went very well with the ice cream. There was a bit of a snafu at the beginning, where the fire alarm was going off when we arrived. We had to go back down 8 flights of stairs and come back up for our reservation when we could come back in (which was as soon as we got to the bottom). It was fine for us, but I can see 8 flights being a challenge for a lot of people. Otherwise, the ambiance was lovely and the view was great. My only major gripe was the service. Our server didn't check on us very often, and we had to ask for the dessert menu when we heard last call was coming up. I'm chalking up the service mishap to an odd evening with the fire alarm. Definitely would love to come back and try it again!

This was INCREDIBLE. The King Tuna roll actually blew my mind... hands down the best sushi roll…read moreI've ever had. The dynamite roll was delicious as well (but spicy) and the salmon sashimi was the best I've had in Columbus. Plus Sapporo on tap! Hit the BOGO deal on Tuesday which made it a great deal. Our sever was so friendly, quick service, clean space, and it smelled amazing as soon as we stepped out of the car. We will be back for sure.

The Fat Lady roll here is the reason we come back. Every special roll I've had has been great…read morethough! Other food aside from the Sushi seems like hit or miss. Overall a good place for Sushi & especially since there's froyo right next door!

Excellent spot. Came here after visiting Wabi Sabi (since they're the same owner) and we were…read morecloser to this location. The sushi is so delicious as is the fried rice and we had excellent service. You cannot beat the price either!

Cloud 9 came highly recommended. Parking is not the easiest and you better look both ways if you…read moreare crossing the busy road. This place is not the ritz, but the food and service were amazing. We were seated quickly and our server had a few suggestions on what we might enjoy. Our drinks were cold and he brought them quickly. The menu has something for everyone. We ordered a lot of sushi and it was all delicious. I was surprised how fast our food was ready. We hardly waited for anything all night. The service was fantastic. Our sushi was half off. You can't beat that. You cant beat this place at all for that matter. The next time we are in town, you can bet I will go back to Cloud 9.